Uplands Road is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU1 2RN is located in the Merrow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 2011-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Uplands Road, Guildford, GU1 2RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU1 2UY, GU1 2RW, GU1 2US, GU1 2ST, GU1 2SP, GU1 2LF, GU1 2SS, GU1 2PT, GU1 2PZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GU1 2RN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 52% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.4% | 41.6% | 23.2% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.2% | 42.1% | -29.1% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 13.1% | 8.4% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 1.4% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.3% | 60% | 2.7% | 48.4% | 11.6% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 31.8% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 6.9% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -5.8% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around GU1 2RN this area, 8.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 54%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.7% | 8.4% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 6% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 11.6% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 14.9% | 8.2% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 60.5% | 54% | -6.5% | 33.8% | 20.2% |
| Other | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 5.2% | 4.2% | 0.7% | 4.5% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 94.6% | 77.5% | -17.1% | 81.4% | -3.9% |
| Other | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 70.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 70.5% | -18.5% | 83.2% | -12.7% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 11.1% | 8.0% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 9.5% | 5.7% | 5.6% | 3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.5% | 69.8% | -18.7% | 83.2% | -13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 18.8% | 18.0% | 9.8% | 9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.6% | 6.2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 4.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 2.9% | -3.2% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 4.9% | 1.3% | 3.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.4% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.5% | 13.5% | -8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 11.1% | 6.0% | 5.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Uplands Road was 53.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.7% higher than the Burpham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Uplands Road has the 37th highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Burpham and the 177th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 59.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 108 Uplands Road, Guildford, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2025-03-14 | £294,362 |
| 96 Uplands Road, Guildford, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-07-08 | £357,143 |
| 90 Uplands Road, Guildford, Surrey Other, an established residential building | £84,607 | 2020-03-20 | £87,999 |
| 108 Uplands Road, Guildford, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2016-03-30 | £326,316 |
| 94 Uplands Road, Guildford, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2015-02-26 | £470,471 |
GU1 2RN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Information and communication | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dene Nursery School York Road , GU1 4DU | - not rated | 2,107 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildford Nursery School Hazel Avenue , GU1 1NR | 3out of 4 | 3,470 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shepherds Hill Nursery School Worplesdon Road , GU2 9RS | - not rated | 3,693 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Horseshoe Lane West , Merrow GU1 2SX | 3out of 4 | 450 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Horseshoe Lane West , Merrow GU1 2SX | - not rated | 450 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | - not rated | 709 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | - not rated | 709 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity, Guildford, CofE Aided Junior School Addison Road , GU1 3QF | 3out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellfields Middle School Woking Road , GU1 1QJ | - not rated | 2,694 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | - not rated | 984 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | 4out of 4 | 984 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | 3out of 4 | 1,679 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | - not rated | 1,679 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Reindorp CofE School Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | - not rated | 3,171 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guildford College of Further and Higher Education Stoke Park , GU1 1EZ | - not rated | 2,036 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Surrey Maths School Mary Road , GU1 4QU | - not rated | 2,615 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Court School Boxgrove Lane , GU1 2TE | - not rated | 676 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornchace School Grove Road , Merrow GU1 2HL | - not rated | 724 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Tormead School Cranley Road , GU1 2JD | - not rated | 886 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lanesborough School Maori Road , Guildford GU1 2EL | - not rated | 976 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Drayton House School 35 Austen Road , GU1 3NP | - not rated | 1,022 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe B | Boxgrove Primary School, Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane | 645 yd | |
| Guildford Golf Club | Guildford Golf Club Grove Road | 661 yd | |
| Esquires coffee Guildford Boxgrove | 125 Collingwood Crescent | 740 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Thomas Of Canterbury School HORSESHOE LANE WEST | grass pitches | 449 yd |
| Pit Farm Tennis Club HILLIER ROAD | tennis courts | 634 yd |
| Guildford County School (Urnfield) URNFIELD HOUSE URNFIELD HOUSE DOWNSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 650 yd |
| Guildford Golf Club GROVE ROAD | golf | 687 yd |
| Boxgrove Primary School BOXGROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL BOXGROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL BOXGROVE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 688 yd |
| Tormead School CRANLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 867 yd |
| Lanesborough School MAORI ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 976 yd |
| St Peters Catholic School HORSESHOE LANE EAST | grass pitches | 981 yd |
| Merrow Village Club & Hall EPSOM ROAD | 1,024 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 138.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.72 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.72 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.93 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.